What makes us human? That’s a question that has shaped centuries of debate, sparked entire fields of research, and filled countless pages of philosophy, anthropology, and history. Yet, time and again, the answer draws us back to the same thread: our ability to make meaning through art and symbols. From ochre markings in Paleolithic cavesContinue reading “The Origins of Art and Symbolic Thinking: A Course You Don’t Want to Miss”
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Exploring the Mind Through Time: My Upcoming Master’s in Prehistoric Archaeology and Rock Art in Portugal
I’m thrilled to share that I’ll soon be beginning an incredible new chapter in Portugal—pursuing my Master’s in Prehistoric Archaeology and Rock Art through the International Master in Quaternary and Prehistory (IMQP) program at the Instituto Politécnico de Tomar (IPT). Why Rock Art? This unique program centers on Quaternary studies—the most recent geological period, markedContinue reading “Exploring the Mind Through Time: My Upcoming Master’s in Prehistoric Archaeology and Rock Art in Portugal”
Unveiling Neanderthal Mysteries: A Review of Ludovic Slimak’s ‘The Naked Neanderthal
The Naked Neanderthal by Ludovic Silmak Over the last few years, there have been some inspiring books that have come out regarding our ancient cousins, or ancestors depending on how you look at them; the Neanderthals, or Homo neanderthalensis. What may come to many peoples mind, is Kindred by Dr. Rebecca Wray Sykes, which broughtContinue reading “Unveiling Neanderthal Mysteries: A Review of Ludovic Slimak’s ‘The Naked Neanderthal”
Unearth the Secrets of Human Evolution with the Paleo Post Podcast!
Unearth the Secrets of Human Evolution with the Paleo Post Podcast: Ever wondered where we came from and how we got here? Then the Paleo Post Podcast is for you! Join paleoanthropologists Genevieve von Petzinger and Seth Chagi for Season One, and Dr George Nash for Season Two, as they delve into the fascinating worldContinue reading “Unearth the Secrets of Human Evolution with the Paleo Post Podcast!”
New Discovery in South Africa Unearths a New Chapter in Human Evolution
Update: As per eLife’s publishing policy, here are the peer reviews, I implore you to read, and digest all of this info! Co-Authored with Genevieve von Petzinger As I sit here watching the Press Release on the new naledi findings, I can’t help but feel captivated, excited, and at the edge of my seat aboutContinue reading “New Discovery in South Africa Unearths a New Chapter in Human Evolution”
Prehistoric Art and Human Cognition
Does prehistoric art show insights into the cognition of early humans? There are many things we do not know about how our advanced thought processes came about, is our ancient art a window into that?